ANCHOR BAR INC
304 E DAVIS BLVD #A, Tampa FL 33606 · 813.489.4573
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked pizza bread are stored inside shopping bags in front line reach in cooler and walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs, stored over ready to eat sliced provolone American and Swiss cheese at front line reach in cooler. Employee relocated raw eggs to an approved location at time of inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. One container of Quaternary ammonia stored on dry storage shelf next to three compartment sink, located on top of clean plastic containers, and a cutting board. Operator relocated Quaternary ammonia to an app approved location at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Rust inside ice machine.
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 Large chemical spray bottles not labeled, located next to deep fryers on front line cook and at kitchen prep table adjacent to pizza oven.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee personal beverage stored on top of several bags of ready to eat tortillas, glass bottles, and ginger beer, located adjacent to ice machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee car keys, air pods, air pod chargers are stored on top of several bags of ready to eat tortillas, glass bottles, and ginger beer, located adjacent to ice machine.
Mar 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser in kitchen not working at time of inspection. Operator replaced batteries
Oct 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sliced cheese in reach in cooler by back door at time of inspection
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with pink liquid at time of inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil stored on floor in dry storage at time of inspection
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored overtop cheese inside refrigerator across from fryer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Ground beef in side refrigerator across from fryer has no date markings.
Food stored on floor. Box of chicken stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink stored inside double door refrigerator on cooks line. Chef removed drink and properly stored it.
Sep 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shelled eggs stored overtop hot dog inside refrigerator across from fryer. Chef removed and properly stored eggs.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink by flat top grill. Chef placed paper towels at hand washing sink.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Shelves next to 3 compartment sink have rust.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets inside reach in cooler are torn.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Walk in disrepair leading to back kitchen area.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside reach in cooler are torn.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking inside walk in cooler. Water dripping into pots.
Jun 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit at time of inspection.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed operator employee reporting agreement.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Shelves next to 3 components sink have rust buildup.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets installed reach in cooler are torn.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall leading to grill are is damaged.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets installed reach in cooler are torn.
Apr 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit at time of inspection.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Christine Hamilton.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed operator employee reporting agreement.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Shelves next to 3 components sink have rust buildup.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets installed reach in cooler are torn.
Food stored on floor. Bo's of soda stored on floor in bar area. Fry oil stored on floor in dry storage.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall leading to grill are is damaged.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets installed reach in cooler are torn.
Oct 10, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips at time of inspection.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed operator copy of employee health agreement.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Shelves next to 3 compartment sink has buildup of rust.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets inside reach in cooler are torn.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall leading to cooks area is damaged.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside reach in cooler are soiled.
Aug 8, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority8 Intermediate4 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink blocked by table housing grill.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink by grill.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed operator copy of employee health agreement.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Shelves next to 3 compartment sink has buildup of rust.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Macaroni salad made in the past 24 hours has no date markings inside refrigerator.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Two employees working both have food handlers certification that's expired.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets inside reach in cooler are torn.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall leading to cooks area is damaged.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient air thermometer inside reach in cooler on cooks line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside reach in cooler are soiled.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.